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Laura Marshall

Bo'ness,West Lothian

Summary

A motivated and proactive professional with a strong background in administration, demonstrating exceptional time management and attention to detail. Skilled in interacting with the public and outside agencies, ensuring effective communication and collaboration. Proven ability to maintain high levels of confidentiality while working under pressure, complemented by excellent interpersonal skills and a strong team player ethos. Committed to leveraging these competencies towards achieving organisational goals and enhancing operational efficiency.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Teacher of Inclusion

West Lothian Council
Bathgate, West Lothian
08.2016 - Current

· Manage ASN caseload as part of inclusion team

· Assess students for dyslexia and dyspraxia and collate information for NHS colleagues re ASD/ADHD

· Create and regularly update learning plans for students

· Maintain accurate and up-to-date records on SEEMIS (education management information system)

· Liaise with colleagues in education, health, social work and the voluntary sector

· Regular contact in person and by phone with students' families

· ESOL link, looking after the needs of students for whom English is not their first language

· Nurture lead

· Literacy lead ASD base

Teacher of Modern Languages

West Lothian Council
West Calder, West Lothian
06.2015 - 06.2016

Teacher of French and German, teaching at all stages and levels.

Teacher of Modern Languages

Falkirk Council
Larbert, Stirlingshire
01.2015 - 06.2015

Fixed term teacher of French, German and Spanish, teaching at all stages and levels including Scottish Baccalaureate.

Teacher of Modern Languages

City of Edinburgh Council
Queensferry, Midlothian
08.2005 - 01.2015

Teacher of French, German and Spanish, teaching at all stages and levels.

Teacher of Modern Languages/APT Guidance

City of Edinburgh Council
Portobello, Midlothian
08.1994 - 06.2005

Teacher of French and German, teaching at all stages and levels.

Assistant Principal Teacher of Guidance with responsibility for the pastoral welfare of a year group.

Translator

Burton Munch and Partner
Dusseldorf, Germany
07.1991 - 07.1993

Translation of texts from German into English for Dusseldorf Trade Fair, in particular, as well other organisations.

Education

Diploma of Higher Education - Spanish

Open University
Scotland
09.2010 - 09.2012

PGCE (secondary) - French and German

Heriot-Watt University
Edinburgh
09.1993 - 05.1994

Bachelor of Arts - Interpreting and Translating (French/German)

Heriot-Watt University
Edinburgh
10.1987 - 05.1991

Skills

  • Excellent time managements skills
  • Strong IT skills
  • Ability to work calmly under pressure
  • Skilled in managing expectations and dealing with conflict
  • High level of attention to detail
  • Used to working with confidential/sensitive information
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Very high standard of written and spoken English
  • Touch typist
  • A strong team player but equally able to work alone
  • Extremely flexible and adaptable
  • Experience in using information management systems


Affiliations

  • Swimming
  • Cooking
  • Languages
  • Travel

Timeline

Teacher of Inclusion

West Lothian Council
08.2016 - Current

Teacher of Modern Languages

West Lothian Council
06.2015 - 06.2016

Teacher of Modern Languages

Falkirk Council
01.2015 - 06.2015

Diploma of Higher Education - Spanish

Open University
09.2010 - 09.2012

Teacher of Modern Languages

City of Edinburgh Council
08.2005 - 01.2015

Teacher of Modern Languages/APT Guidance

City of Edinburgh Council
08.1994 - 06.2005

PGCE (secondary) - French and German

Heriot-Watt University
09.1993 - 05.1994

Translator

Burton Munch and Partner
07.1991 - 07.1993

Bachelor of Arts - Interpreting and Translating (French/German)

Heriot-Watt University
10.1987 - 05.1991

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